Sanwo-Olu seeks Assembly backing to complete key projects, deepen reforms

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has appealed to the Lagos State House of Assembly for sustained support to enable his administration complete ongoing projects and consolidate reforms before the end of its tenure.

The governor made the call on Wednesday at the 19th Executive–Legislative Parley held at Eko Hotels and Suites, where he stressed the importance of continued collaboration between the executive and legislative arms in delivering the THEMES+ development agenda.

Sanwo-Olu commended the Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, and members of the Assembly for what he described as a productive working relationship that has enabled the passage of critical laws supporting infrastructure development and fiscal reforms.

“Over the course of this administration, the House has passed key legislation that gave legal backing to our most ambitious programmes-from transport reforms to fiscal instruments that supported infrastructure financing,” he said.

He noted that budget approvals, oversight functions and constituency engagements by lawmakers had strengthened governance and ensured accountability across government agencies.

The governor emphasised that his appeal for continued support was driven by responsibility, not limitation, adding that while some projects would be completed within his tenure, others would form part of the legacy for the next administration.

He assured that no major project would be abandoned, particularly in the transport sector, where several infrastructure initiatives are nearing completion.

“We will complete and commission outstanding transport infrastructure projects before the end of this administration. No Lagos project of strategic importance will be left unfinished,” he said.

Sanwo-Olu also disclosed plans to present a Legacy and Transition Bill to the Assembly, aimed at institutionalising key policies and ensuring continuity beyond his administration.

In addition, he announced plans to convene a Citizens’ Assembly to promote inclusive governance, bringing together women, youths, persons with disabilities and other underrepresented groups to develop a roadmap for broader participation.

The governor further pledged to publish a comprehensive “State of Lagos Report” by the third quarter of the year, detailing the administration’s achievements, challenges and outstanding commitments.

“As we approach transition, political pressures may rise, but governance must remain our priority. We were elected to serve to the last day of our mandate, and that is what we will do,” he said.

Earlier, Special Adviser on Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Afolabi Abiodun Tajudeen, highlighted the administration’s efforts in strengthening civic participation and social intervention programmes.

He cited initiatives such as the Eko Cares financial assistance scheme, which has supported thousands of vulnerable residents, and the Mother, Infant and Child Development Programme, which has improved access to primary healthcare services for underserved communities.

The parley reinforced the administration’s commitment to inclusive governance, accountability and sustained development through strong executive-legislative partnership.